PC Works Employment

Food Handler Certification Course Exam
2022-03-31 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
PC Works is now offering the Food Handler Certificate Course! This is a multi-day class starting on March 11th, this course runs on the following days: March 11th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, and 31st from 1-3pm. On these dates you will learn the following:

Friday March 11th
Module 1: Understanding food safety
Lesson 1: Understanding food contamination
Lesson 2: Food-borne illness & allergy management
Lesson 3: Food safety laws & responsibilities

March 16th
Module 2: Preventing food-borne illness
Lesson 4: Personal hygiene & workplace behaviour
Lesson 5: Time & temperature control
Lesson 6: Cleaning & sanitizing
Lesson 7: Maintaining food premises & equipment

March 23rd
Module 3: Working with food safely
Lesson 8: Purchasing, receiving & storing food safely
Lesson 9: Preparing food safely
Lesson 10: Serving & dispensing food safely

*In Person Exam Dates: March 30th and 31st *

Chateau des Charmes Virtual Job Fair
2022-03-31 14:00 - 16:00
Chateau des Charmes Virtual Job Fair happening on March 31st from 2-4pm via Airmeet!
TO REGISTER, FOLLOW THE LINK AND COMPLETE THE FORM: https://www.jotform.com/form/220664609144253
Available positions include…

Wine Associates
Event Staff
Kitchen Support Staff

Multi-Employer Virtual Job Fair
2022-09-14 14:00 - 16:00
Multi-Employer virtual Job Fair from 2-4pm.
Job Seekers please visit https://form.jotform.com/222356348439260 to register to attend!
Employers please email rachel.figueira@portcares.ca if you would like to attend as an Employer.

Digital Skills for your Job Search
2022-09-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2022-09-21 10:00 - 16:00
This will provide you with the tools needed to prepare your resume, learn job search fundamentals, curate your online presence, and practice for virtual interviews and job fairs. Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 293 or online at https://form.jotform.com/222434287968266

Employability Skills for Customer Service
2022-09-28 14:00 - 16:00
This will focus on teaching the skills of how to give change with confidence, communication in the workplace, attitude and appearance, and teamwork. Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 273 or online here: https://form.jotform.com/222445881858266

Better Jobs Ontario Information Session
2022-10-04 10:00 - 23:00
Learn more about changes to the Better Jobs Ontario program and see if you are eligible.
*This event will be virtual*
Register online here: https://form.jotform.com/222644115717251
Call or speak to your Employment Counsellor at 905-834-3629 ext. 227.

Literacy and Basic Skills Information Session
2022-10-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-11-08 10:00 - 23:00
Learn about our Literacy and Basic Skills Training programs available: from learning computer basics, how to use the internet, email, Android or Apple software; advance your skills in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Powerpoint, Excel); to the available options for academic upgrading to complete your GED or further your education goals.
To register call 905-834-3629 ext. 273.

Resilience
2022-10-11 10:00 - 11:00
This is a chance for participants to learn about the following: What is Resilience? Tips on how to build resilience, self-care, support network, Case studies on resilience in the workplace.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227

”Digital Skills for your Job Search” Workshop
2022-10-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-13 10:00 - 16:00
This will provide you with the tools needed to prepare your resume, learn job search fundamentals, curate your online presence, and practice for virtual interviews and job fairs.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 293 or online here: https://form.jotform.com/222434287968266

Professionalism in the Workplace
2022-10-14 14:00 - 15:00
An opportunity to learn about professionalism in the workplace will include: what professionalism is, self-representation on social media, work-appropriate clothing, cell phone usage in the workplace, the importance of being on time, being aware of the language we use, generation gaps, #MeToo, and steps moving forward.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227

Power of Possible
2022-10-17 - 2022-10-21
Contact your Employment Counsellor to learn more or call 905-834-3629 ext 227 to register or sign up online here: https://form.jotform.com/222355602508249

Employability Skills for Customer Service
2022-10-25 14:00 - 15:00
This will focus on teaching the skills of how to give change with confidence, communication in the workplace, attitude and appearance, and teamwork. Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 273

Interview Skills
2022-10-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-30 14:00 - 15:00
This will focus on teaching the skills and knowledge on; the purpose of an interview, identifying the different types and stages of interviews, why employers may reject applicants, things to avoid for your interview, reviewing types of interview questions, determining the hidden meaning behind interview questions, interview tips, explaining gaps in employment, identify illegal interview questions.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227

Retention
2022-10-31 10:00 - 11:00
Participants will learn about job retention, how to keep happy in your line of work, and how to keep your employers happy.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227

How to effectively job search pt. 1
2022-11-01 10:00 - 12:00
This will focus on teaching the skills of understanding the job loss cycle, exploring your options and setting goals, setting yourself up for success, understanding job related skills, where to look, understanding job descriptions, and how to apply.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227.

How to effectively job search pt. 2
2022-11-02 10:00 - 12:00

CanSell Certificate
2022-11-10 13:00 - 15:00
The CannSell Standard course was designed in an exclusive collaboration with MADD Canada and will give you in-depth knowledge about cannabis, its effects, safe methods of consumption, and associated risks. To work at a cannabis retail store in Ontario, passing this four-hour online course is mandatory.
In this course, you will learn:

A basic overview of cannabis
Federal and provincial cannabis regulations
General compliance obligations and responsible sale guidelines for both employees and retail stores
Risks and harms of cannabis use

To achieve the CannSell Certification, you will need to complete the training program and get a grade of at least 80% on the final exam. You will have a maximum of two attempts.
CannSell Standard Certification is the only training program approved for legally authorized cannabis retailers in Ontario. Ontario law requires that all employees of cannabis retail stores, store managers, and cannabis retail licence holders must complete the CannSell certification before their first day of work. CannSell was developed by in partnership with MADD Canada.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 Ext. 273.

Better Jobs Ontario Information Session
2022-11-14 10:00 - 11:00
Learn more about changes to the Better Jobs Ontario program and see if you are eligible.
*This event will be virtual*
Call or speak to your Employment Counsellor at 905-834-3629 ext. 227.

Service Canada Information Session
2022-11-15 14:00 - 15:00
Service Canada provides Canadians with a single point of access to a wide range of government services and programs – including Indigenous peoples, seniors, persons with disabilities, families, youth, workers (including self-employed individuals), employers and newcomers.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 Ext. 227

Coping with job loss
2022-11-17 14:00 - 15:00
For people who have been laid off or fired and are looking for support, and advice to turn a change into new opportunities. Participants learn practical tips, and advice to help:

Cope and get back on their feet
Understand the situation and circumstances of the loss that affect their emotions and responses
How to get funding like ei
How to stay positive / build a support network

Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227.

Multi-Employer Virtual Job Fair
2022-11-17 14:00 - 16:00
Attend our Multi-Employer virtual Job Fair from 2-4pm on Thursday November 17th!
Job Seekers please visit https://form.jotform.com/222356348439260 to register to meet a variety of potential future employers!
Employers please email rachel.figueira@portcares.ca if you would like to sign up to attend as an Employer.

Power of Possible
2022-11-21 - 2022-11-25
We are hosting a Power of Possible Workshop that can help you develop the skills to get you work ready! Let us help you feel more confident and ready to work.
Contact your Employment Counsellor to learn more or call 905-834-3629 ext 227 to register or sign up online here: https://form.jotform.com/222355602508249

Employer Expectations
2022-11-28 14:00 - 15:00
Learn more about employer expectations are what they expect from their employees, like better skills, good work performance, effective strategies, and practical ideas that can help the organization grow and prosper.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227.

Mid-life Career Change
2022-11-29 11:00 - 12:00
Most Canadians don’t think they will stay in the same vocation for their entire career. This course will help you learn about the 4 types of career switches, bridging the change, self reflection, challenges, and how to make a change.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227.

Christmas Customer Service Workshop
2022-12-01 13:00 - 15:00
Have you been thinking about getting a part-time job for the holidays? PC Works will be hosting a customer service workshop that will help you with the skills of how to give change with confidence, communication in the workplace, attitude and appearance, and teamwork.

How to Create Your Own Holiday Card
2022-12-07 13:00 - 15:00
Sometimes those specialized Holiday cards can add that extra level of personalization to your gift or well wishes. PC Works is presenting a Holiday how to. Learn how to create your own Holiday cards for friends and family using different computer software!
